Pool tragedy claims teen devoted to water
PALM DESERT — A day before Christian Fernandez Morales was pulled out of a pool unconscious and eventually died, the Palm Desert teen paid homage to water.
The teen got the call Tuesday that he won the scholarship. That night, during practice at Shadow Hills High School in Indio, he was pulled from the pool, said his mother, Blanca Morales.
When Riverside County Fire Department paramedics arrived at 9 p.m., they found him unconscious and unresponsive and rushed him to the hospital.
Christian was declared dead at 10:27 p.m. Tuesday at John F. Kennedy Memorial in Indio.
The coroner’s report lists his cause of death as pending additional tests.
Palm Desert High School Principal Bob Hicks said Christian, who just finished his junior year, was practicing with a summer league through USA Water Polo. A league spokesman couldn’t be reached.
Swimming Pool Drownings and Wrongful Death liability
The Law Offices of Gary A Kessler has successfully represented numerous families and individuals that have suffered serious injuries and deaths from swimming pools, association pools, jacuzzis, spas/ hot tubs, water parks and whirlpool bathtubs.
The laws regarding swimming pool drowning death cases are complex and include many facets of the law. It is vital to surviving family members to seek the advice of an experienced swimming pool drowning lawyer such as Gary A Kessler at the Law Offices of Gary A Kessler to protect your rights and those of your loved ones.
The California wrongful death attorney Gary A Kessler and the Law Offices of Gary A Kessler are compassionate and fully understand that you are attempting to cope with extreme grief and sorrow associated with the loss of a loved one in a tragic drowning accident. The Law Offices of Gary A Kessler carefully selects its wrongful death/drowning cases so that we may give you (the client) the substantial personal attention neccessary to obtain a successful result for your drowning/accidental death case.
The Law Offices of Gary A Kessler is prepared to front all costs required for a thorough investigation and expert witnesses to prepare for trial of your case. As in all wrongful death and serious personal injury cases, we advance all legal costs to prepare and present our client’s claim, and receive for our services only a percentage of what we recover for our attorney fees on their behalf. Upon settlement our costs shall be reimbursed to us from the gross recovery. If there is no recovery, no atoorneys fees or costs are owed to our firm.
Fresno County deputy’s car kills pedestrian
A 25-year-old Kerman woman was struck and killed by a Fresno County sheriff’s deputy’s cruiser late Monday night, the California Highway Patrol said.
The Fresno County Coroner’s Office identified the woman as Kristle Clowers.
The accident occurred about 11:10 p.m. on Highway 145, about five miles east of Interstate 5, and shut down the highway for eight hours between Oakland Avenue and Interstate 5. The highway opened at 7:10 a.m.
Clowers was walking north on Highway 145 and was in the roadway when she was struck by the deputy’s car, CHP officer Ken Antonetti said.
It’s not clear how far into the roadway Clowers was, and the speed of the deputy’s car has not been determined, the CHP said.
“She was on the roadway, but it’s undetermined where she was prior to the collision, whether she was on the shoulder and walked out into the lane,” Antonetti said.
It wasn’t clear why Clowers was there, he said. No disabled vehicles were found nearby. The stretch of road is bordered by farm fields; there is one development in the area, a farming operation at the intersection of Highway 145 and Oakland Avenue, but the houses on the property are set back from the highway.
It also had not been determined which part of the sheriff’s car struck Clowers, according to the CHP. The CHP’s major accident investigation team will investigate the accident.
The deputy, Kurt Rossi, was not injured. A Fresno County Sheriff’s Office investigation also is under way. Spokesman deputy Chris Curtice said the Sheriff’s Office is deferring all comments to the CHP. The Coroner’s Office will conduct a toxicology test on the woman.
California Pedestrian Law
“Under California Vehicle Code Section 21950 (a) The driver of a vehicle shall yield the right-of-way to a pedestrian crossing the roadway within any marked crosswalk or within any unmarked crosswalk at an intersection, except as otherwise provided in this chapter.
(b) This section does not relieve a pedestrian from the duty of using due care for his or her safety. No pedestrian may suddenly leave a curb or other place of safety and walk or run into the path of a vehicle that is so close as to constitute an immediate hazard. No pedestrian may unnecessarily stop or delay traffic while in a marked or unmarked crosswalk.
(c) The driver of a vehicle approaching a pedestrian within any marked or unmarked crosswalk shall exercise all due care and shall reduce the speed of the vehicle or take any other action relating to the operation of the vehicle as necessary to safeguard the safety of the pedestrian.
(d) Subdivision (b) does not relieve a driver of a vehicle from the duty of exercising due care for the safety of any pedestrian within any marked crosswalk or within any unmarked crosswalk at an intersection.”
Pedestrian Accident Statistics
Source: California Highway Patrol Statewide Integrated Traffic Report
Pedestrians need to be especially cautious on our roadways because they are more vulnerable to injury or death. There were two pedestrians killed and two injured in car accidents in Twentynine Palms in 2009, according to the California Highway Patrol Statewide Integrated Traffic Report. In San Bernardino County 39 pedestrians died and 440 were injured in 2009.
In California, there were 598 pedestrians killed and 12,418 injured in 2009, according to the CHP traffic report.
National data compiled by the National Highway Transportation and Safety Authority shows that pedestrian injuries and fatalities in the United States were up 4.9% in 2010 to 4,280 deaths and injuries were up 19% in 2010 to 70,000 people injured.
Two killed in suspected DUI crash in Alpine
ALPINE — A 25-year-old woman and a 59-year-old man were killed in Alpine early Monday in a crash involving a suspected drunken driver.
The woman was identified as Angela Cherene August of Alpine, officials with the Medical Examiner’s Office said.
August was heading east on Interstate 8 just west of Tavern Road about 3 a.m. when for unknown reasons she lost control of her 2009 Toyota Yaris and the car rolled over and ended up in the fast lane, California Highway Patrol Officer Brian Pennings said.
The man, who was driving a Chevy Silverado, either collided with the woman’s car or had stopped to help and was standing on the highway when a woman in an Audi A6 crashed into the Yaris, Pennings said.
The collision killed the man, who was from El Centro, as well as August who was still inside the car, Pennings said.
His identity has not yet been released.
The Audi driver, identified as 30-year-old Sunny Hall of El Cajon, was arrested on suspicion of drunken driving, Pennings said.
She was booked into jail and could face several charges, Pennings said.
The roadway was closed and traffic was diverted onto Alpine Boulevard until about 6 a.m. as authorities investigated and the wreckage was cleared.
Cause of the Alpine Crash
A preliminary investigation showed that the driver was under the influence of alcohol. According to Officer Pennings of the California Highway Patrol the driver of the Audi was booked into jail and could face several charges. Members of the department’s Major Accident Investigation Team investigated.
Alcohol impaired driving accidents and wrongful death liability
The San Diego County wrongful death attorney Gary A Kessler and the Law Offices of Gary A Kessler are compassionate and fully understand that you are attempting to cope with extreme grief and sorrow associated with the loss of a loved one. The Law Offices of Gary A Kessler carefully selects its wrongful death cases so that we may give you (the client) the substantial personal attention necessary to obtain a successful result for your wrongful death case.
The Law Offices of Gary A Kessler is prepared to front all costs required for a thorough investigation and expert witnesses to prepare for trial of your case. As in all wrongful death and serious personal injury cases, we advance all legal costs to prepare and present our client’s claim, and receive for our services only a percentage of what we recover for our attorney fees on their behalf. Upon settlement our costs shall be reimbursed to us from the gross recovery. If there is no recovery, no attorneys fees or costs are owed to our firm.
Riverdale man killed in hit-and-run
A Riverdale man was killed in a hit-and-run incident northwest of Lemoore on Saturday morning, the California Department of Transportation said.
CalTrans said the 69-year-old male victim was walking eastbound on the right shoulder of Mt. Whitney Avenue east of Garfield Avenue around 7 a.m. when a Cadillac drifted to the right, striking and killing him. The suspect left the scene.
The victim died from internal injuries.
The suspect was found around 1 p.m. Saturday, a CalTrans spokesman said, but no further details were offered. The investigation remains open.
If news accounts of this incident are accurate, the Cadillac driver is likely responsible for the incident. While this devastating Fresno County accident remains under investigation, the family members of those accident victims who were seriously injured would be well-advised to speak with an understanding and knowledgeable Fresno County wrongful death lawyer. An attorney such as Gary A. Kessler who has successfully handled serious injury accidents can advise the victim’s family of their legal rights to hold the driver accountable and best course of action should they wish to pursue a wrongful death claim.
Pedestrian Accidents and Wrongful Death Liability
The laws regarding pedestrian accident cases are complex and include many facets of the law. It is vital to surviving family members to seek the advice of an experienced pedestrian accident lawyer such as Gary A Kessler at the Law Offices of Gary A Kessler to protect your rights and those of your loved ones.
The California pedestrian accident attorney Gary A Kessler and the Law Offices of Gary A Kessler are compassionate and fully understand that you are attempting to cope with extreme serious injuries associated with a pedestrian accident. Such accidents can lead to catastrophic injuries or even death. The Law Offices of Gary A Kessler carefully selects its wrongful death and pedestrian/bicycle accident cases so that we may give you (the client) the substantial personal attention necessary to obtain a successful result for your case.
The Law Offices of Gary A Kessler is prepared to front all costs required for a thorough investigation and top expert witnesses to prepare for trial of your case. As in all pedestrian accidents and serious personal injury cases, we advance all legal costs to prepare and present our client’s claim, and receive for our services only a percentage of what we recover for our attorney fees on their behalf. Upon settlement our costs shall be reimbursed to us from the gross recovery. If there is no recovery, no attorneys fees or costs are owed to our firm. Contact the Law Offices of Gary A Kessler today so that we can preserve the evidence and demand compensation and accountability from the responsible parties!
Man, 20, killed in suspect DUI accident
A 20-year-old passenger died early Saturday, June 9, in a car accident that injured the 18-year-old driver, police said.
Jonathan Cuevas of Riverside died in the 2:05 a.m. accident, coroner’s officials reported. He was not wearing a seatbelt and was ejected, the coroner’s office said.
Riverside Police officers went to Arlington Avenue west of Fairhaven Drive to investigate reports of a major injury traffic collision near Crestlawn Memorial Park in the city’s La Sierra neighborhood.
According to a witness, the 1995 Isuzu Rodeo was driving east on Arlington at a high rate of speed, a police news release stated. As the vehicle rounded the curve in the roadway, the driver lost control and the vehicle rolled numerous times, the release stated.
Cause of the Riverside Crash
A preliminary investigation showed that the driver was under the influence of alcohol, police said. The driver was in serious condition at Riverside Community Hospital. Members of the department’s Major Accident Investigation Team investigated.
Alcohol impaired driving accidents and wrongful death liability
The Riverside wrongful death attorney Gary A Kessler and the Law Offices of Gary A Kessler are compassionate and fully understand that you are attempting to cope with extreme grief and sorrow associated with the loss of a loved one. The Law Offices of Gary A Kessler carefully selects its wrongful death cases so that we may give you (the client) the substantial personal attention necessary to obtain a successful result for your wrongful death case.
The Law Offices of Gary A Kessler is prepared to front all costs required for a thorough investigation and expert witnesses to prepare for trial of your case. As in all wrongful death and serious personal injury cases, we advance all legal costs to prepare and present our client’s claim, and receive for our services only a percentage of what we recover for our attorney fees on their behalf. Upon settlement our costs shall be reimbursed to us from the gross recovery. If there is no recovery, no attorneys fees or costs are owed to our firm.
Man struck by Market Street trolley
Trolleys on Market Street in San Francisco are delayed after an inbound F-Line trolley struck a pedestrian near the intersection of Seventh and Market streets, authorities said.
Firefighters received a report of a man under the train around 10:00 a.m., said Battalion Chief Mike Bryant. He said crews emptied the historic trolley before lifting it up on stilts to slide the man out.
The man was taken to the hospital with major injuries, Bryant said. He was trapped under the trolley’s wheels, Bryant said.
Erwin Mack, 26, said he heard the man scream as he was hit by the train.
“I heard him scream, but I think he was more in shock,” Mack said. “He had big lacerations on his leg. You could see the track marks.”
Trolleys will not be traveling east until the investigation is complete, Rose said.
Cause of the Trolley Accident
Initial reports were that the man had been trying to get into the back door when the trolley pulled away from the station, said Paul Rose, a transit spokesman. The official cause of the June 8 crash remains under investigation by the San Francisco Police Department.
Trolley accidents and serious injury liability
The laws regarding trolley accident cases are complex and include many facets of the law. It is vital to family members to seek the advice of an experienced bus accident lawyer such as Gary A Kessler at the Law Offices of Gary A Kessler to protect your rights and those of your loved ones.
The Bay Area personal injury attorney Gary A Kessler and the Law Offices of Gary A Kessler are compassionate and fully understand that you are attempting to cope with serious injuries associated with a trolley accident. Such trolley accidents can lead to catastrophic injuries or even death. The Law Offices of Gary A Kessler carefully selects its wrongful death and trolley accident cases so that we may give you (the client) the substantial personal attention necessary to obtain a successful result for your trolley accident case.
The Law Offices of Gary A Kessler is prepared to front all costs required for a thorough investigation and top expert witnesses to prepare for the trial of your case. As in all bus accident and serious personal injury cases, we advance all legal costs to prepare and present our client’s claim, and receive for our services only a percentage of what we recover for our attorney fees on their behalf. Upon settlement our costs shall be reimbursed to us from the gross recovery. If there is no recovery, no attorneys fees or costs are owed to our firm. Contact the Law Offices of Gary A Kessler today so we can preserve the evidence and demand compensation and accountability from the responsible party.
If you have been seriously injured or a family member sustained serious injuries involving a trolley, you need to contact the Law Offices of Gary A Kessler or another experienced law firm immediately to protect your legal rights and preserve the evidence. Claims for damages against a public entity or governmental entity are complex and they have “strict time limitations”. So do not delay and contact the Law Offices of Gary A Kessler today!
3 dogs killed by police after attacking mom, son
NEWPORT BEACH – Officers shot and killed three dogs that attacked and bit a mother and her son early Friday morning, authorities said.
When an officer with the Newport Police Department responded to a report about the attack, the three dogs advanced toward the officer, officials said. The officer retreated into his car.
“All three dogs began aggressively attacking the police vehicle,” according to a statement released by the Newport Beach Police Department.
The officer asked for backup and Animal Control officials were also called to Marriot Newport Coast Villas, where the dogs had been seen running on the golf course in a pack.
The woman and her son were guests at the hotel, police said.
Police officials said they made the decision to shoot and kill the dogs in the interest of public safety.
Officers were first called to Newport Coast and East Coast Highway after receiving reports that two people were bitten by the dogs.
At about 5:30 a.m., a female guest at the hotel was walking toward her car when she was attacked from behind by the dogs, said Kathy Lowe, spokeswoman for the police department.
Her son ran toward the dogs to help her and he suffered puncture wounds from bites as well, she said.
The dogs were described as pit bulls, and officers began to search the area.
One of the officers spotted the pack, but went back into his patrol car when the dogs approached him.
According to a statement released by the police department, officials with the Newport Beach Police Department and Animal Control intended to restrain and corral the dogs, but were unable to do so because of their “aggressive behavior.”
A supervisor with the police department authorized officers at the scene to fire at the dogs.
No officers were injured in the incident, officials said. The woman and her son were taken to a nearby hospital. The extent of their injuries was not immediately known, but police said they were not life-threatening.
Lowe, spokeswoman for the police department, said the dogs were not carrying any identifying tags or microchips.
Before the attack, dispatchers had not received any calls about the dogs roaming the area, and police are still seeking information to find out who the owners of the dogs are, she said.
Dog Attacks and personal injury liability
CALIFORNIA DOG BITE STATUTE SECTION 3342
Under California Law, it is no longer necessary for the Plaintiff to prove that the dog was known to be vicious or had a propensity to bite. One bite alone is sufficient for liability. Dog owners do not get a second chance in California. They are liable for any injury their animals cause regardless of whether the animal had bitten anyone previously. Under California Dog Bite Statute Section 3342 the Plaintiff must prove in a dog bite case the following:
- Defendant owned the dog;
- The dog bit the Plaintiff;
- The Plaintiff was lawfully on the premises (express or implied consent to be on the premises) where the bite occured; and
- Plaintiff sustained injuries from the dog bite.
What You Should Do If You Or A Loved One Has Been Bitten By A Dog:
- Take pictures of your injuries immediately;
- Consult law enforcement and request that a police report be made;
- Keep copies of all medical bills and records;
- Continue to take pictures of the bite(s) as the wounds heal;
- Be sure that your doctor is qualified and determine if you are a candidate for plastic surgery to get rid of the scarring;
- If an adult who is employed sustained injuries and lost wages, keep a record of economic loss.
WE WILL FIGHT FOR YOU!
Demand accountability from dog owners. Settling dog bite claims can be difficult and complex. Many times the insurance companies will play “hardball” if you try to settle the case yourself or you have employed a lawyer who does not have the litigation experience to handle such a case. We at the Law Offices of Gary A Kessler have 20 years of litigation experience and we know how to handle the insurance companies. We are prepared to front all of the costs required for the necessary investigations and expert witnesses needed to prepare your case for trial. Are the other law firms you are considering willing to front all costs?
In a dog bite case, we advance all legal costs to prepare and present our client’s claim, and receive a percentage of the settlement or verdict of what we recover for our attorney’s fees on their behalf. Upon settlement our costs shall be reimbursed to us from the gross recovery. If there is no recovery, no attorney’s fees or costs are owed to our firm. Thus, in all personal injury cases, our fees are recovered as a percentage of any settlement or verdict awarded to our clients.
Contact the Law Offices of Gary A Kessler today so that we can preserve the evidence and demand compensation and accountability from the responsible parties who caused you or your family member catastrophic injuries!
If you or a family member sustained serious dog bite injuries contact the Law Offices of Gary A Kessler, an experienced law firm, immediately to protect your legal rights and preserve the evidence.
2011 statistics
- 31 U.S. fatal dog attacks occurred in 2011. Despite being regulated in Military Housing Areas and over 650 U.S. cities, pit bulls led these attacks accounting for 71% (22). Pit bulls make up less than 5% of the total U.S. dog population.2
- Notably in 2011, adult victims of fatal pit bull attacks more than doubled the number of child victims. Of the 22 total pit bull victims, 68% (15) fell between the ages of 32 to 76, and 32% (7) were ages 5 years and younger.
- The year 2011 also marks an increase in pet pit bulls killing their owners. Of the 8 total instances this year in which a family dog inflicted fatal injury to its primary caretaker, the dog’s owner, 88% (7) involved pet pit bulls.
- Together, pit bulls (22) and rottweilers (4), the number two lethal dog breed, accounted for 84% of all fatal attacks in 2011. In the 7-year period from 2005 to 2011, this same combination accounted for 73% (156) of the total recorded deaths (213).
- The breakdown between pit bulls and rottweilers is substantial over this 7-year period. From 2005 to 2011, pit bulls killed 127 Americans,3 about one citizen every 20 days, versus rottweilers, which killed 29; about one citizen every 88 days.
- Annual data from 2011 shows that 58% (18) of the attacks occurred to adults (21 years and older) and 42% (13) occurred to children (11 years and younger). Of the children, 62% (8) occurred to ages 1 and younger.
- 2011 data also shows that 39% (12) of the fatal incidents involved more than one dog; 26% (8) involved breeding on the dog owner’s property either actively or in the recent past, and 6% (2) involved tethered dogs, down from 9% in 2010 and 19% in 2009.
- Dog ownership information for 2011 shows that family dogs comprised 65% (20) of the attacks that resulted in death; 74% (23) of all incidents occurred on the dog owner’s property and 29% (9) resulted in criminal charges, up from 15% in 2010.
- The states of California and Texas led fatalities in 2011, each with 4 deaths; pit bulls and their mixes contributed to 88% (7) of the 8 deaths. North Carolina, New Mexico, South Carolina and Virginia each incurred 2 deaths.
- 2011 Fatal Dog attacks by breed
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Bicyclist injured in Fillmore crash dies
An 81-year-old bicyclist who was seriously injured in a Fillmore crash Wednesday died at the hospital, authorities said Thursday.Guadalupe Cruz, of Fillmore, was riding his bicycle south on C Street about 8:30 a.m. A tractor-trailer struck him as he entered the intersection with Ventura Street and was knocked to the ground, authorities said.
Cruz was treated at the scene and taken to Ventura County Medical Center in Ventura, where he died, said Michael Tellez, a deputy Ventura County medical examiner.
An autopsy will not be done because Cruz clearly died of the injuries he suffered in the crash, Tellez said.
Cause of the Fillmore Crash
Victor Leija, 40, of Bakersfield, was driving a tractor-trailer west on Ventura Street when he stopped at a red light, authorities said. As the light turned green, Leija continued into the intersection as Cruz rode in front of him according to witnesses statements. While it is uncertain whether excessive speed, driver negligence, distracted and unsafe driving caused or contributed to this tragic accident, the victim’s family would be well-advised to contact an experienced personal injury lawyer. An experienced and knowledgeable lawyer can advise the victim’s family of their legal rights and best course of action to recover the compensation he is entitled to for medical care expenses, lost wages, pain and suffering, or other related damages in this terrible accident.
Drugs and alcohol were not a factor and Leija was cooperative during the investigation, said Capt. Monica McGrath of the Ventura County Sheriff’s Office’s Fillmore station.
Fault and Wrongful Death Liability
Accidents involving big-rigs have unique and complex legal issues. If it is determined that the driver of the big-rig was at fault for this collision, the family of the victim would be well-advised to speak to a California truck accident attorney. An experienced and knowledgeable attorney will be able to review the cause of the accident, and if warranted, arrange for an independent investigator to reconstruct the collision to determine exactly what happened and who was responsible. A skilled lawyer can also provide an explanation to the victim’s family on their legal rights in a wrongful death claim against the driver or any other parties at fault. Damages awarded in a personal injury claim may include ambulance, hospital bills, lost earnings, pain and suffering, and other damages.
Demand accountability from the trucking company. We at the Law Offices of Gary A Kessler have handled complex trucking accident cases for twenty years. We have the litigation experience to handle complex trucking liability cases. We are prepared to front all costs required for the necessary investigation and expert witnesses needed to prepare your case for trial. Remember, the trucking industry are a formidable foe and must be fought against aggressively.
The laws regarding personal injury/”trucking accident” cases are complex and include many facets of the law. It is vital to family members to seek the advice of an experienced personal injury/”trucking accident” lawyer such as Gary A Kessler at the Law Offices of Gary A Kessler to protect your legal rights and those of your loved ones.
California trucking accident attorney Gary A Kessler and the Law Offices of Gary A Kessler are compassionate and fully understand that you are attempting to cope with extreme grief and sorrow associated with the injury of a loved one. The Law Offices of Gary A Kessler carefully selects its “trucking accident” cases so that we may give you (the client) the substantial personal attention necessary to obtain a successful result for your “trucking accident” case.
The Law Offices of Gary A Kessler is prepared to front all costs required for a thorough investigation and expert witnesses to prepare for trial of your case. As in all wrongful death and serious personal injury cases, we advance all legal costs to prepare and present our client’s claim, and receive for our services only a percentage of what we recover for our attorney fees on their behalf. Upon settlement our costs shall be reimbursed to us from the gross recovery. If there is no recovery, no attorneys fees or costs are owed to our firm.
If you have been seriously injured or a family member sustained fatal injuries involving a tractor-trailer rig you need to contact the Law Offices of Gary A Kessler or another experienced law firm immediately to protect your rights and preserve the evidence. The laws and time limitations can be complex so protect your legal rights by contacting the Law Offices of Gary A Kessler today.
2 injured in crash in Anaheim
ANAHEIM – Two people were injured Wednesday morning when their vehicles collided at La Palma Avenue and North Blue Gum Street, authorities said. The crash was reported at 6:19 a.m. and involved a Honda Accord and a Nissan Versa, Anaheim police Sgt. Chuck Knight said.
According to Sgt. Knight of the Anaheim Police Department, as both cars spun from the impact, a second crash damaged the driver’s side of the Accord.
The drivers were taken to local hospitals with unknown injuries.
The westbound lanes of La Palma and southbound lanes of Blue Gum were closed.
Cause of the Anaheim Crash
The initial investigation revealed that the male driver of the Versa was headed east on La Palma and turned left into oncoming traffic, colliding with a westbound Accord driven by a woman, Sgt. Knight said. The crash remains under investigation.
Liability for Serious Injuries in Car Accidents
Seeking immediate counsel from an experienced Anaheim automobile accident attorney is well-advised following a car crash. In severe accidents such as this one the victims would benefit from speaking to an experienced personal injury lawyer regarding the protection of their legal rights and the compensation they are entitled to. And while it is uncertain who is liable for this incident, an attorney can also hire a highly skilled independent investigator to reconstruct the scene of the accident and determine who is responsible.
Attorney Gary A Kessler and the Law Offices of Gary A Kessler are compassionate and fully understand that you are attempting to cope with extreme serious injuries associated with a catastrophic injury. The Law Offices of Gary A Kessler carefully selects its catastrophic injury cases so that we may give you (the client) the substantial personal attention neccessary to obtain a successful result for your catastrophic injury case.
The Law Offices of Gary A Kessler is prepared to front all costs required for a thorough investigation and top expert witnesses to prepare for trial of your case. As in all catastrophic injury and serious personal injury cases, we advance all legal costs to prepare and present our client’s claim, and receive for our services only a percentage of what we recover for our attorney fees on their behalf. Upon settlement our costs shall be reimbursed to us from the gross recovery. If there is no recovery, no attorneys fees or costs are owed to our firm. Contact the Law Offices of Gary A Kessler today so that we can preserve the evidence and demand compensation and accountability from the responsible parties who caused you or your family member catastrophic injuries!
If you or a family member sustained catastrophic injuries you need to contact the Law Offices of Gary A Kessler, an experienced law firm, immediately to protect your legal rights and preserve the evidence. The laws and time limitations can be complex so protect your legal rights by contacting the Law Offices of Gary A Kessler today.
3 hurt as Muni trolley knocks down live wires
Three people were injured when a Muni trolley bus snapped live electrical lines at Market at Fifth streets during the Monday evening rush hour, authorities said.
The 4:07 p.m. incident forced the closure of Market between Third and Eighth streets and part of Fifth Street, snarling downtown traffic. Crews were unable to shut off live downed electrical lines until just before 5 p.m., and the street was expected to remain closed at least until 7 p.m., authorities said.
Witnesses described hearing a loud, explosive noise when the accident happened.
One pedestrian, a woman in her 20s, was hit by one of the wires, said Fire Department spokesman Mindy Talmadge. She and another person were taken to St. Francis Memorial Hospital. The nature of their injuries was unclear, but Talmadge said neither was badly hurt.
Paul Rose, a Muni spokesman, said a third person had also been taken to a hospital.
One of the victims, a pedestrian who was apparently a tourist, was helped by a San Francisco man after being hit by one of the wires.
“I heard a pop and saw one man under the wire,” said Hilton Holcomb, 57, who was crossing Fifth at the time of the incident. “I saw sparks and the fire coming through. I pulled him to the side of the road.”
Holcomb said the man was conscious but was shaking and complaining that he felt like his hands were on fire.
“I’ve seen these wires fall before,” Holcomb said, “but I’ve never seen one with explosions and fire.”
Cause of the Trolley Accident
Initial reports were that the “hub” mounted on the 5-Fulton trolley’s pole that includes a transformer became detached and snapped live wires as it fell from the bus, authorities said. The cause of the June 4 crash remains under investigation by the San Francisco Police Department.
Trolley accidents and serious injury liability
The laws regarding trolley accident cases are complex and include many facets of the law. It is vital to family members to seek the advice of an experienced bus accident lawyer such as Gary A Kessler at the Law Offices of Gary A Kessler to protect your rights and those of your loved ones.
The Bay Area personal injury attorney Gary A Kessler and the Law Offices of Gary A Kessler are compassionate and fully understand that you are attempting to cope with serious injuries associated with a trolley accident. Such trolley accidents can lead to catastrophic injuries or even death. The Law Offices of Gary A Kessler carefully selects its wrongful death and trolley accident cases so that we may give you (the client) the substantial personal attention necessary to obtain a successful result for your trolley accident case.
The Law Offices of Gary A Kessler is prepared to front all costs required for a thorough investigation and top expert witnesses to prepare for the trial of your case. As in all bus accident and serious personal injury cases, we advance all legal costs to prepare and present our client’s claim, and receive for our services only a percentage of what we recover for our attorney fees on their behalf. Upon settlement our costs shall be reimbursed to us from the gross recovery. If there is no recovery, no attorneys fees or costs are owed to our firm. Contact the Law Offices of Gary A Kessler today so we can preserve the evidence and demand compensation and accountability from the responsible party.
If you have been seriously injured or a family member sustained serious injuries involving a trolley, you need to contact the Law Offices of Gary A Kessler or another experienced law firm immediately to protect your legal rights and preserve the evidence. Claims for damages against a public entity or governmental entity are complex and they have “strict time limitations”. So do not delay and contact the Law Offices of Gary A Kessler today!
